Minor White An American Photographer
Minor White was considered to be an American Photographer. Minor White was born July 9, 1908, died June 24, 1976. He photography style was expressions that were influenced in the mid-20th century.
Where is Minor White leading us to in Road and Poplar Trees? It seems to be the endless possibilities that we are able to exhibit. As you look down the road, you can see it continuing on into the mountains, going higher and higher. This is lifting your soul and confidence. You are able to do anything you want.
Embrace your self into "Two Barns and Shadow", we are captivated by the swirling clouds, yet brought into the calmness of the barn. The reflection of the electrical pole .. bringing our internal energy together. Finding inner peace and serenity.
In this work "Peeled Paint" seems to represent the inner soul . With the peeling of the paint, it is showing the inner soul we all possess. As the paint curls at the bottom, it is represented by the different layers of our being. In the upper left hand corner is what appears to be a crucifix. The crucifix is joining the image and displaying we are together as ONE.
Pacific, Devil's Slide, California
1947 this work of art is representing the calmness between the skies and ocean. You can see a hint of the clouds showing though, and the reflection of the water between them. It has a sense of depth. Minor White is able to captivate the powerful ocean and the calmness of the skies all in one photograph.
In this piece of work, we see Bullet Holes. The Bullet Holes are in a medium size grouping, yet the anger of the right image is shown. The formation appears to be that of a angry beast, the head in the shape of a dragon, with the long lines defining the body.
the motion in this image makes the photo feel more real. The lines in the wood, the texture of the sheet and the framing of the image all enhance it. Looking at the image on appears to be smiling at the person as they are running freely down the street.
This piece of art seems to be representing the difficulties between oneself. The image is looking upwards, towards the Heavens, appearing to be distraught looking for an answer. Contemplating what his next step is going to be. The dead tree in the distance that is turning to a splinter of wood, maybe the end is near for the person.
Coming together, being free!! Allowing your self to daydream. Minor White famous "Windowsill Daydreaming" Bringing together and at the same time allowing your self be let your thoughts fly out the window. The perfect flow of the curtain, guides your thoughts to happier places. You are able to see the mountain in the distance and the blur of a tree, bringing peace and serenity to oneself.